Nursery rhymes provide short but powerful learning moments for little ones, helping them grow important skills like communication and social interaction. The rhymes are great for early reading because they make language interesting with things like catchy sounds or fun animal sounds. Plus, the repeating parts in rhymes help kids remember stuff better and get the hang of listening and talking.

Language development

Nursery rhymes introduce children to a variety of words and phrases in a fun and memorable way. The repetition and rhyme in these verses make it easier for children to remember and understand new vocabulary.

Research suggests that familiarity with nursery rhymes boosts phonological awareness, a skill crucial for reading and spelling success. For most of us, nursery rhymes are a shared part of our upbringing. Integrating them into daily life activities is simple and effective.

Engaging in singing or reciting nursery rhymes becomes a social activity, nurturing interaction between children and caregivers. This interaction plays a role in emotional development and fosters a sense of connection.

Nursery rhymes to stimulate speech in Autism

Nursery rhymes have proven beneficial for children with autism facing language challenges. After repeated exposure to the rhymes of the kid’s choice, the kid often incorporates snippets into sentences, allowing them to effectively communicate their emotions with others.

Now available! Interactive nursery rhyme: WH-Question book for speech development

The nursery rhyme book is an activity songbook with Wh questions and activities to provoke speech in early childhood. The book comprises 12 nursery rhymes with illustrations and a list of wh-questions related to the rhymes.

Importance of Interactive Nursery Rhyme Book in young children:

• Nursery rhyme activity books help to motivate speech in young children.
• Helpful for children who are capable of singing rhymes but hesitate to communicate.
• It helps improve conversational and social skills in children

Download a free printable from the book!

Wh question worksheet pdf- nursery rhyme